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Job description
OhioGuidestone provides a complete continuum of responsive person-centered prevention services, mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around supports, serving the needs of over 50,000 people each year through telehealth and locations across Ohio.
At OhioGuidestone, we believe a workforcecomprisedof employees from diverse backgrounds andcommunitiesand a culture of belonging makes us a better organization. Together, we continue to build a workplace that encourages, supports, and celebrates the varied voices of our employees.
River Haven is seeking Residential Specialists to work varying shifts and weekend hours 2 times per month The ideal candidate will be willing to supervise client’s activities in addition to crisis intervention, being available to clients when they need someone to talk to, and must be sensitive yet observant in order to log pertinent information for use by other staff including counselors. Our halfway house provides residential treatment for women who are in need of intensive treatment for substance abuse issues.
Education & Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED
Experience in working with individuals in crisis or other relevant field
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Preferred:
Ohio CDCA or SWA certification
Licensed Behavioral Specialists must have clinical oversight by an independently licensed staff person
Essential Functions
Maintain complete and current clinical records regarding all persons served.
Provide educations to persons served, family members of persons served and other staff regarding substance use treatment, symptom management, wellness, and health.
Provide ongoing observation of persons served mental illness or substance use and physical symptoms, as well as their response to treatment, communicate any changes to the treatment team to ensure immediate and appropriate interventions are provided.
Facilitate group activities focused on mental health or substance use needs to clients served.
Provide direct supervision of clients to ensure safety and basic needs are met.
Assist clients with management of behaviors and positive behavioral interventions.
Ensure the safety of clients serviced and of unit by completing regular safety checks of clothing, belongings and physical environment.
Achieve productivity goals as assigned.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable professional ethics and standards and established OhioGuidestone policies.
Comply with all state and federal laws regarding protected health information. Perform job duties in a manner that’s friendly, considerate, and aligned with the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Standards of Ethical Conduct.
Organize and plan work for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Utilize IT system and software programs in accordance with agency policy.
Utilize time off in a manner consistent with agency policy.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by supervisor.
Qualifications
Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients
Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
Ability to physically restrain residents whose ages, heights and weights vary. Ability to provide services in the community,
client homes or at work locations which may include facilities with multiple levels and may require walking, standing and lifting.
Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
Successfully meet pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and tuberculosis test requirements.
Successfully meet all pre-employment background requirements.
Benefits
What we offer
Stable non-profit organization with160+ yeartrack record!
Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (onselect clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
Competitive medical benefitsincludinga low-premium medical plan option foremployee or employee+ children!
Free CEUtrainings
10 paid holidays (some are exchangeable)
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer matchoption
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards
Wealsocare about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. Werequireand cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.
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Worksite address
dover, OH, 44622, US
Who can apply
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